I had intended to put the 602 crate cars 100 lbs below the 350 cars... oops

#130

302_Ford

Posts: 739

02/02/2012 8:29 AM

i can't see the page 6 posts...

#131

302_Ford

Posts: 739

02/02/2012 8:38 AM

I have a fab clip straight rail car with a 350 cid motor. Not sure these rules help me. My brother is driving Stagg's Sportsman with a 350 also, so don't worry... You don't have to lose sleep over the Mustangs beating you this year. You are rediculous, those rules are pretty fair. And just out of curiosity... How do they benefit Ford over GM? The other thing I would put in is a $400.00 shock claim rule. 56% left side weight and 49% rear weight max would be in there too.

#132

302_Ford

Posts: 739

02/02/2012 9:38 AM

I just read though SCR sportsman rulebook. I liket the 50 lbs penalty for coil overs, and the 50 lbs for untouched factory heads as well.

#133

302_Ford

Posts: 739

02/02/2012 11:45 AM

That was -50 lbs for untouched factory heads.

#134

Coreyjr

Posts: 94

02/02/2012 6:02 PM

I say adopt a set of rules that is successful and go with it. You cant please everyone so there is no need to try.

#135

302_Ford

Posts: 739

02/02/2012 7:00 PM

SCR sportsman rules are pretty good. Similar track configuration. No small CID engines. But I think that is ok... Gotta Put something in there for the 602 Crate guys tho. MRP is mandating it in a couple years. I like the rule about factory clutches. That helps keep the cost down considerably.

#136 Re:

raceingfan001

Posts: 48

02/03/2012 5:55 AM

Quote posted by Coreyjr:I say adopt a set of rules that is successful and go with it. You cant please everyone so there is no need to try.
here is a novel idea why not just use mrp rules and not reinvent the wheel .that way racers can build to one rule... 2 tracks

#137 Re:

MOPAR_1

Posts: 52

02/03/2012 8:38 AM

Quote posted by raceingfan001:Quote posted by Coreyjr:I say adopt a set of rules that is successful and go with it. You cant please everyone so there is no need to try.
here is a novel idea why not just use mrp rules and not reinvent the wheel .that way racers can build to one rule... 2 tracks

No way that makes way too much sense!

#138

302_Ford

Posts: 739

02/03/2012 8:46 AM

Because in order to be competitive in the SuperStock class at MRP you need a straight rail Latemodel. You are racing against former MT 200 winning chassis with very little concessions to help balance the field. As we all know MRP is all about the corner and the better chassis really shine there. They are also mandating 602 crates soon and I don't think that is a very popular decision based on what I've heard anyway. Its going to cost the chevy guys at least 5,000.00 to go crate and the Ford and Dodge guys even more. If MRP's Rulebook was better I would agree 100%, but i'm not gonna follow them off that cliff. SCR's rulebook is way better in terms of competition and inclusion of multiple chassis. Read it you will like it.

#139

302_Ford

Posts: 739

02/03/2012 8:53 AM

MRP's Hobby Stock rules are good, same with the bomber rules. They are both fairly conventional. The Hobby's just need a name change to Street Stocks because that is what they are called everywhere else.

#140 Re:

raceingfan001

Posts: 48

02/03/2012 11:32 AM

Quote posted by 302_Ford:Because in order to be competitive in the SuperStock class at MRP you need a straight rail Latemodel. You are racing against former MT 200 winning chassis with very little concessions to help balance the field. As we all know MRP is all about the corner and the better chassis really shine there. They are also mandating 602 crates soon and I don't think that is a very popular decision based on what I've heard anyway. Its going to cost the chevy guys at least 5,000.00 to go crate and the Ford and Dodge guys even more. If MRP's Rulebook was better I would agree 100%, but i'm not gonna follow them off that cliff. SCR's rulebook is way better in terms of competition and inclusion of multiple chassis. Read it you will like it.
where do you get the 5000 to go crate for chevy???
the ford alittle more but get real.

#141

302_Ford

Posts: 739

02/03/2012 12:07 PM

There are alot of different parts needed to move to a crate program. The engine itself is 4,000.00 or more GM wants 4,571.00 before you ship it. You get to run a 4bbl carb the recommeded one is a $700.00. You need to adjust your gear ratio accordingly, so that means new rear gears. Different ignition as many locations require a Rev Limiter chip. Easy 5,000.00 for the GM crate swap. you haven't even gotten exotic with low friction or lightweight parts yet.

#142 Re:

raceingfan001

Posts: 48

02/03/2012 12:47 PM

Quote posted by 302_Ford:There are alot of different parts needed to move to a crate program. The engine itself is 4,000.00 or more GM wants 4,571.00 before you ship it. You get to run a 4bbl carb the recommeded one is a $700.00. You need to adjust your gear ratio accordingly, so that means new rear gears. Different ignition as many locations require a Rev Limiter chip. Easy 5,000.00 for the GM crate swap. you haven't even gotten exotic with low friction or lightweight parts yet.
called gm dealer 3350.00 for crate delivered
4777 holley 350.00
get real

#143 Re:

raceingfan001

Posts: 48

02/03/2012 1:35 PM

Quote posted by raceingfan001:Quote posted by 302_Ford:There are alot of different parts needed to move to a crate program. The engine itself is 4,000.00 or more GM wants 4,571.00 before you ship it. You get to run a 4bbl carb the recommeded one is a $700.00. You need to adjust your gear ratio accordingly, so that means new rear gears. Different ignition as many locations require a Rev Limiter chip. Easy 5,000.00 for the GM crate swap. you haven't even gotten exotic with low friction or lightweight parts yet.
called gm dealer 3350.00 for crate delivered
4777 holley 350.00
get real
actual cost engine3350,,,msd6al 225...flywheel 400... carb 350...qc gears 100
add it up and not even 4500 you pay that much for a decent short block to run. and they last 3 to 4 years . i have seen many people nickle and dime engines and they blow up. you should no that one!!!

#144

murray

Posts: 415

02/03/2012 5:02 PM

Is it cheaper to build a -350 ci engine?

Simplified SCR rules would work. Leave out the clutch, fuel system, and rear end sections to get more cars and make tech easier. Also make a difference between coilovers and big springs.

mo

#145

8teen2WIN

Posts: 61

02/03/2012 5:41 PM

The 4bbl Holley is more twords the $700 range, I have one sitting on the 602, right now actually.

#146

8teen2WIN

Posts: 61

02/03/2012 5:48 PM

oh dude,the GM performance parts website has the 602 @ $4,571.43 exactly. either way its not cheap, damn race cars

#147

302_Ford

Posts: 739

02/03/2012 6:09 PM

80541-1hp carburator in MRP's rulebook, $695.00 through summitt. But yes you can run a stock 650 holley and give up probably 20 hp on the conservative side. Who knows what you will be running against there are some pretty good "stock" 650 carbs that pass tech.
I built my last race engine for $4,500.00 intake to oil pan, and it got 3 seasons and 2 championships out of it. Motorworks in Spokane built it. Crate motors are a good option for some people, but they should not be mandated. If you want to save motors in an open motor class, mandate a final gear ratio. Way cheaper and accomplishes the same goal.
$3350.00 is so cheap you should order me one, and could you get me one of those good carbs too?

#148

mmmmm1

Posts: 127

02/03/2012 6:22 PM

raceingfan001 is right eisinger chevy 3350.00 tell them you race at mrp

#149

wildbillmitchell

Posts: 240

02/03/2012 8:50 PM

City Chevrolet in N. Carolina was selling them for $3200 shipped to you last year. I haven't check what they want for one this year.

#150

302_Ford

Posts: 739

02/03/2012 9:57 PM

Those are both good prices... I wonder how long they have been sitting or if they are fresh, Like if you ordered it from GM. Either way I still feel like you should have the option to run an open motor or crate motor. I had fun racing both combinations and know how competitively they can run against eachother. Eliminating either option is just costing more money for somebody who has a race ready car already. There is no reason these engine packages can't race against eachother.